Dubai weather and your pet
From May to September Dubai's daytime highs regularly pass 40ยฐC and humidity climbs in late summer. Pavement and sand in direct sun get far hotter than the air โ hot enough to burn paw pads โ so the safe windows are early morning and after sunset. October to April is mild and the best season for longer outdoor time.
Apartment towers usually have their own pet rules (lifts, lobbies, balconies), while villa communities offer gardens but longer distances between homes. When you book in Dubai, tell your provider about building access, parking and any community rules up front.
Keep your pet's vaccinations and municipal registration up to date and carry the records โ providers may ask to see them before the first booking.
Availability
OnlyPaw is available worldwide. Because it's a marketplace, the providers you can book depend on who has been approved near your address โ the app shows who's available before you pay.
Pet care in Dubai โ FAQ
Does OnlyPaw work in Dubai?
OnlyPaw is available worldwide. Because it's a marketplace, the providers you can book depend on who has been approved near your address โ the app shows who's available before you pay.
How much does pet care cost in Dubai?
Providers in Dubai set their own prices in AED, so you see each provider's rate before you book. At checkout OnlyPaw adds a service fee of 10% of the service price, with a minimum of USD 2 and a maximum of USD 20 (or the equivalent in your local currency), shown before you pay. Your payment is held and only released to the provider after the service is completed.
How are providers vetted?
Every provider submits a government ID and a selfie, passes a knowledge test with a 70% pass mark and uploads service-specific documents โ home photos for sitting and boarding, driving licence and vehicle registration for pet taxi, certificates for grooming and training โ before the OnlyPaw team approves them.
What happens in an emergency?
Every active booking has an SOS button in the app. It alerts the other party and the OnlyPaw team straight away. If your pet needs urgent medical care, contact a vet or emergency clinic first.
